Ocracoke, NC, USA

Ocracoke Witch’s Paddle

One of the island’s most whimsical fall traditions, the Witches Paddle sends costumed paddlers gliding across Silver Lake on paddleboards and kayaks. Locals and visitors dress as witches and warlocks, creating a colorful, light-hearted spectacle on the water. Spectators gather along the harbor to cheer them on, making it a fun seasonal highlight for the whole community.